Long Distance Adoption and Animal Holding

GCAS is a limited space shelter. Our policy is that we cannot hold animals.

If you live farther than 100 miles from Gibson County and are applying for adoption online, we must receive all requested information within 2 business days. Once approved, you must pay the adoption fee and make arrangements to pick up the animals within 3 business days.

Large Breed Dogs

Gibson County Animal Services has adopted a specific policy regarding American Pit Bull Terriers, American Staffordshire Terriers, Staffordshire Bull Terriers, Bull Terriers, Mastiffs, Saint Bernards, Rottweilers, Presa Canarios, Cane Corsos and other large breed dogs.

1. All prospective adopters must be at least 21 years of age and a homeowner.

2. All prospective adopters must pass a home check.

3. We will not adopt out a dog to an area that has breed-specific legislation banning or restricting the particular breed.

We developed this policy not out of prejudice, but out of respect and concern for these breeds.

Because of irresponsible pet ownership on the part of a few thugs, many breeds have been maligned by the press, which has caused a public backlash. Many insurance companies refuse to insure these breeds and many apartment complexes and landlords won’t rent to people with breeds such as pit bulls.

It is difficult for shelters to place these animals, so we want to ensure any adopted from Gibson County Animal Services will go to a forever home.

Euthanasia

GCAS does not euthanize for lack of space or time limits. GCAS only euthanizes for chronic illness without relief from pain or hope of recovery, severe life threatening injury, loss of quality of life, and any animal which exhibits a danger to other animals or human life.

Admission

G.C.A.S Is an Open Admission Shelter. This means that we will accept every pet that arrives at our doors. Even when full, we work with rescues and fosters to do everything in our power to save lives.